Graham Norton Makes Appearance on SNL UK

SNL UK, the UK version of the long-running US sketch show Saturday Night Live, debuted on March 21, 2026. The inaugural episode featured Graham Norton as a guest, marking a significant moment in the show’s history.

Tina Fey hosted the first episode, which lasted 75 minutes, and included a lineup of UK comedians such as Hammed Animashaun and Celeste Dring. The show also showcased a performance by the band Wet Leg, adding a musical element to the comedic proceedings.

During the episode, actress Nicola Coughlan humorously interrupted Tina Fey’s monologue, questioning the choice of Fey as the first host. “If it’s SNL UK then why are you our first host? Shouldn’t it be a British icon like David Beckham or Judi Dench or Shrek?” she remarked, highlighting the show’s unique blend of American and British humor.

Coughlan further quipped, “Scotland is in Britain Tina, educate yourself,” illustrating the playful banter that characterized the episode. Fey responded with her own humorous take, stating, “The way it was explained to me was that for this first episode, anyway, how do I put this politely, none of you would do it. Does that make sense?”

Graham Norton, known for his ability to connect American celebrities with British audiences, commented, “I have a gift in making American celebrities likeable to British audiences.” His presence on the show was seen as a bridge between the two cultures.

The next episode of SNL UK is scheduled to air on March 28, 2026, promising to continue the momentum established by the first show. The inaugural cast also includes George Fouracres and Ayoade Bamgboye, with Jonno Johnson serving as the head writer.

Viewers can catch SNL UK on Sky and the streaming service Now, making it accessible to a wide audience eager for fresh comedic content.

As the show develops, observers are keen to see how it will evolve and what new comedic talents will emerge from this platform.